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First Mode develops and manufactures decarbonization solutions for heavy industry partners dedicated to the clean energy future - for people and planet. Our team is creative and passionate, with a range of experiences and capabilities. If you want to create a cleaner, more sustainable world, we'd love your help. First Mode develops high-voltage (400.. 800 VDC), high power and high energy (500 kWh) lithium-ion based battery systems to help in our overall solution for our decarbonization products. As a Principal Battery Systems Engineer you are tasked to develop custom full cell-to-pack Battery systems not just cells. This is not solely a requirements management / paper-pushing job; you will be performing detailed engineering design and analysis of the whole battery system. A working knowledge of the entire battery system - chemistry, thermal management, battery management system, communications, etc. Position Responsibilities Design battery solutions for First Mode electric vehicle and other platforms Work closely with key external partners (cell, modules) Support internal battery research and development efforts. Act as a bridge between Modeling / Simulation and Engineering by mapping simulation results to battery requirements and supporting energy/power analysis Mentor and serve as a technical subject matter expert on battery systems Create / support creation of verification and validation plans for battery systems (module and pack level) Support design for manufacturing + manufacturing hand off for battery systems Basic Qualifications Experiencein the design and implementation of battery or battery management systems, preferably in automotive, industrial, Solar or similar electric powertrain applications Proficiency in using test equipment (cyclers, load banks, power supplies, etc.) and software to perform battery bring-up and testing Experience with high-voltage (400.. 800 VDC), high power and high energy (100 - 200 kWh) lithium-ion based battery systems Preferred Qualifications 10+ years of experience in development of vehicle electrical / electronic (E/E) systems and architectures Strong understanding of battery systems architectures / experience in 'clean-sheet' design Experience in requirements management and other complex technical project management tools (e.g., JAMA, JIRA, DOORS) Hands-on experience in the design, development, and test of high-power battery systems Programming experience in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python) Experience through a complete product lifecycle (requirements, design, build, test, manufacturing) Location This position will be located at First Mode's headquarters in Seattle, WA and will be required to work in office >60% of working hours Total Rewards Base Salary Range: $178,500 - $210,000 Benefits & Perks Annual bonus incentive Equity-based awards 100% employer-paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision) 401(k) retirement account with a 3% employer contribution from the start of employment Flexible PTO with 12 weeks of supplementary paid parental leave Commuter benefits (parking & public transportation) A culture that encourages professional growth with learning and development reimbursements Open and collaborative workspace with free office snacks and lunches Hybrid work model #LI-Hybrid First Mode is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with First Mode is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.